I'm looking to create native Windows applications in 2025 and need some guidance. There are a lot of frameworks out there, but I'm particularly interested in .NET (including WinUI, WPF, and MAUI), Flutter, and Qt. Out of the .NET options, which one should I be using today and why? Also, if I'm developing a Windows-only app, is it worth considering Flutter, or should I just stick with something from the .NET family? Is there any other framework or technology that I should explore that I haven't mentioned yet? I care a lot about performance, ease of development, UI flexibility, and long-term support, so any real-world experiences would be super helpful!
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If you want to stay within the .NET ecosystem, MAUI is a fresher pick. I’ve also been tinkering with the Godot game engine for desktop interfaces lately, and it’s surprisingly good for adaptive layouts!
Honestly, I’d recommend sticking with .NET. For a modern look, go with WinUI, while WPF is great for stability. Flutter can work, but it tends to feel heavier and less native when used on Windows. If you’re thinking about going cross-platform later, AvaloniaUI could be a solid choice too!
Wait, you can actually use Godot for GUI apps? That’s interesting!